5 Day Okavango Delta and Bush Safari

From $ 1470

Combine the unique experience of the Okavango Delta water Safaris with a land based Safari in Moremi Game Reserve and you get this great African budget safari.

Starting off in Maun and heading into the Okavango Delta first to spend a few days exploring the water ways by dugout canoe (Mokoro). Leaving the Delta, you make your way onto dryer land and the world renowned game reserve, Moremi. Early morning and late afternoon game drives are your best chance of spotting the abundance of wildlife found here. Finally you will make you way back to Maun where your tour ends.

TOUR INFO

5 Day Okavango Delta and Bush Safari

Day 1

Maun – Okavango Delta

Our safari starts in the tourist town of Maun, we have a welcome briefing, before we head out on our next adventure. Depending on your itinerary we either have lunch at Sitatunga camp or a packed lunch on the way. The Okavango Delta is recently designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In the mid-afternoon we arrive at our mobile tented camp situated in the heart of the Okavango. Dependent on water levels we may travel via Mokoro (Traditional Dug-Out Canoe) or drive into the camp. On arrival you will meet the local staff who will be your host during your stay. A brief introduction to the camp will your dome tent with twin beds and a bush en-suite bathroom – long drop toilet and a bucket shower. Relax in the mess tent with a cold drink or take a paddle in the lagoon in a canoe. The activities at the camp include Mokoro trails and guided walking.

We spend a relaxing 2 nights at this camp.

Mobile Tented Camp with en-suite walk in tents, beds and linen.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Okavango Delta

Most days at camp follow a similar pattern; the clatter of the Water Walla’s bucket lets you know your shower is ready. Up before the sun, you set out on foot, to explore the area once again in search of game. Meet other guests at the mess for breakfast then take a Mokoro to explore further. Take time to catch up on your reading or view the birdlife from the mess tent.

Lunch is normally served at around 13h00. After lunch your time is yours to relax or have a go at poling the mokoro’s or ask the guides to find a swim spot for you before the afternoon outing.

At about 3 pm you will be offered afternoon tea, before the activities commence. Return to camp in the late afternoon for a sundowner while your dinner is being prepared. The clatter of the water bucket lets you know your shower is getting ready.

During the evening your hosts can be encouraged to share stories around the fire of their lives and lands. Be prepared if your Botswana hosts put on a song for you they will be expect one in return! As the evening draws to a close lay back and listen to the music of life – the sounds of the African bush!

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Okavango Delta – Moremi Game Reserve

Leaving ‘The Okavango Delta’ the safari travels to the world renowned Moremi Game Reserve. Two days are spent exploring the park in search of wildlife both big and small. Moremi is a prime wildlife area where elephant, hippo, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah and most other game can be seen. Moremi Game Reserve is one of the most unforgettable wildlife experiences in Africa!

After arrival at camp we show you to your tent followed by a light lunch. A late afternoon game in Moremi or the Khwai Concession is a necessity and of course a sundowner is in order while you take in the colors of the sunset. Back at camp we gather for our evening meal and then move to the campfire and shares stories of the day’s adventures. Retreating to the comfort of your tent you can fall asleep listening to the sounds of the African Bush.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Moremi Game Reserve

A typical safari day starts at sunrise, with Tea and Coffee around the campfire before we head out on an early morning game drive. The best time of day to enjoy game viewing is early in the morning and late afternoon as most animals are active in the cooler parts of the day.

Having spent the morning exploring the wilderness, we return to our camp for lunch, before a siesta or just relax with a book and the sounds of the wilderness.

Afternoon tea is served in the cool of the afternoon before you head out into the wilderness once more. We spend the days game driving and watching water holes as the animals gather to quench their thirst and marvel at yet another African sunset.

Mobile Tented Camp with en-suite walk in tents, beds and linen.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5

Moremi Game Reserve – Maun

A quick breakfast is served before enjoying our final game drive in the morning, we head out of the park and return to Maun and Sitatunga Camp in time for lunch. You may choose to arrange an optional scenic flight over the Okavango in a fixed wing aircraft (price and availability are dependent on numbers) or just relax by the pool. Dinner is served in the camp restaurant.

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5 Day Okavango Delta and Bush Safari

Combine the unique experience of the Okavango Delta water Safaris with a land based Safari in Moremi Game Reserve and you get this great African budget safari.

Starting off in Maun and heading into the Okavango Delta first to spend a few days exploring the water ways by dugout canoe (Mokoro). Leaving the Delta, you make your way onto dryer land and the world renowned game reserve, Moremi. Early morning and late afternoon game drives are your best chance of spotting the abundance of wildlife found here. Finally you will make you way back to Maun where your tour ends.

Description

Day 1

Maun – Okavango Delta

Our safari starts in the tourist town of Maun, we have a welcome briefing, before we head out on our next adventure. Depending on your itinerary we either have lunch at Sitatunga camp or a packed lunch on the way. The Okavango Delta is recently designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In the mid-afternoon we arrive at our mobile tented camp situated in the heart of the Okavango. Dependent on water levels we may travel via Mokoro (Traditional Dug-Out Canoe) or drive into the camp. On arrival you will meet the local staff who will be your host during your stay. A brief introduction to the camp will your dome tent with twin beds and a bush en-suite bathroom – long drop toilet and a bucket shower. Relax in the mess tent with a cold drink or take a paddle in the lagoon in a canoe. The activities at the camp include Mokoro trails and guided walking.

We spend a relaxing 2 nights at this camp.

Mobile Tented Camp with en-suite walk in tents, beds and linen.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Okavango Delta

Most days at camp follow a similar pattern; the clatter of the Water Walla’s bucket lets you know your shower is ready. Up before the sun, you set out on foot, to explore the area once again in search of game. Meet other guests at the mess for breakfast then take a Mokoro to explore further. Take time to catch up on your reading or view the birdlife from the mess tent.

Lunch is normally served at around 13h00. After lunch your time is yours to relax or have a go at poling the mokoro’s or ask the guides to find a swim spot for you before the afternoon outing.

At about 3 pm you will be offered afternoon tea, before the activities commence. Return to camp in the late afternoon for a sundowner while your dinner is being prepared. The clatter of the water bucket lets you know your shower is getting ready.

During the evening your hosts can be encouraged to share stories around the fire of their lives and lands. Be prepared if your Botswana hosts put on a song for you they will be expect one in return! As the evening draws to a close lay back and listen to the music of life – the sounds of the African bush!

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Okavango Delta – Moremi Game Reserve

Leaving ‘The Okavango Delta’ the safari travels to the world renowned Moremi Game Reserve. Two days are spent exploring the park in search of wildlife both big and small. Moremi is a prime wildlife area where elephant, hippo, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah and most other game can be seen. Moremi Game Reserve is one of the most unforgettable wildlife experiences in Africa!

After arrival at camp we show you to your tent followed by a light lunch. A late afternoon game in Moremi or the Khwai Concession is a necessity and of course a sundowner is in order while you take in the colors of the sunset. Back at camp we gather for our evening meal and then move to the campfire and shares stories of the day’s adventures. Retreating to the comfort of your tent you can fall asleep listening to the sounds of the African Bush.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Moremi Game Reserve

A typical safari day starts at sunrise, with Tea and Coffee around the campfire before we head out on an early morning game drive. The best time of day to enjoy game viewing is early in the morning and late afternoon as most animals are active in the cooler parts of the day.

Having spent the morning exploring the wilderness, we return to our camp for lunch, before a siesta or just relax with a book and the sounds of the wilderness.

Afternoon tea is served in the cool of the afternoon before you head out into the wilderness once more. We spend the days game driving and watching water holes as the animals gather to quench their thirst and marvel at yet another African sunset.

Mobile Tented Camp with en-suite walk in tents, beds and linen.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5

Moremi Game Reserve – Maun

A quick breakfast is served before enjoying our final game drive in the morning, we head out of the park and return to Maun and Sitatunga Camp in time for lunch. You may choose to arrange an optional scenic flight over the Okavango in a fixed wing aircraft (price and availability are dependent on numbers) or just relax by the pool. Dinner is served in the camp restaurant.